Newcastle might launch a £65 million bid for a striker who is ‘better than Haaland’ soon.
Newcastle United have shown a willingness to be reactive in the transfer market.
Indeed, the club modified its plans to strengthen in important areas just this summer. After all, Tino Livramento was not supposed to be a priority, but Newcastle acted when the opportunity arose.
They’ll be delighted they did based on his performance against Manchester City last week.
Meanwhile, Lewis Hall was apparently on his way to join Crystal Palace on loan before the Magpies swooped.
Even if Newcastle’s success in the PIF period has been founded on cohesive squad preparation, that willingness and ability to be open to possibilities is critical.
Newcastle United are interested in signing Napoli’s Victor Osimhen.
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, described as “better than [Erling] Haaland” by his agent, is said to be leaving the club.
The striker led the club to an unprecedented Serie A title last season, but he was the target of a peculiar TikTok post by club outlets, and has since been connected abroad.
Newcastle are interested in the 24-year-old, according to Sport Italia, and a £65 million bid might be made. According to the source, a swap deal with Alexander Isak could be in the works.
It’s difficult to picture that happening in January.
Even if Newcastle wasn’t constrained by Financial Fair Play (FFP), it’s tough to see a deal happening in January.
If selected, the Nigeria international would be abroad on international duty at the African Cup of Nations that month, which will undoubtedly complicate matters.
However, in the long run, it would make sense.
Last season, he was one of Europe’s most prolific scorers, with 31 goals in all competitions. Callum Wilson cannot go on forever, and Eddie Howe appears to value having two top level forwards, as he currently rotates the England international with Isak. Any move for Osimhen would undoubtedly be a statement signing.
